2025 Design & Master Plan - South Dakota State University

1.5 pedestrian corridors
Campus streets, parking lots and walkways form an interconnected network
for campus circulation. This circulation system should be safe and efficient
with equal consideration for pedestrians, bicycles and vehicles.
pedestrian circulation
The quality of the pedestrian corridors and outdoor spaces on campus
contributes to the university’s ability to attract and retain the best students,
faculty and staff. Campus pedestrian corridors should facilitate a safe and
enjoyable experience and should encourage social interaction on campus.
Sidewalks should provide practical links to buildings, parking lots and
outdoor spaces. The pedestrian corridors should be designed with features
that complement the campus architecture and create a unique atmosphere.
Major sidewalks should terminate at the campus limits with well-defined
pedestrian gateways.
bicycle circulation
Bicycle traffic has a significant presence on the campus. The university
supports the use of bicycles on campus as part of its goal to encourage
healthy living and sustainability. Bicycle use and parking will be considered
in the development of campus improvement projects. Street intersections will
be designed to provide well-defined crossings. Major pedestrian corridors will
be constructed with sidewalks of sufficient width to accommodate the safe
coexistence of bikers and pedestrians.
figure 1.9: existing sidewalk on the college green
A campus bicycle-use policy will be developed in conjunction with the
infrastructure to better accomodate bicycle traffic. The policy encouraging
bicycle use will note the importance of safety and convenience for bicyclists.
community connections
The campus establishes a sense of a university community. It also is an
integral component of the Brookings community, particularly its retail, housing
and recreation sectors. Collaborations with the city of Brookings nurture a
shared vision for community growth. Planning for vehicular and pedestrian
connections extend beyond the defined campus and engage and impact
development in the broader community.
figure 1.10: campus community connections (village square)
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